Scrum MasterLocation Ellicott City, MDJob Code 2230# of Openings 1Apply Now ( is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.comScrum MasterCandidate must have or be willing to obtain a Public Trust ClearanceKey Tasks:Act as a servant-leader for 2-3 Agile teams, supporting their self-organization, decision-making, and problem-solving processes to maximize productivity and efficiency, and enable them to deliver high-quality products through the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies.Facilitate the agile process, remove impediments, and foster an environment of continuous improvement.Organize and facilitate team Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Team Syncs and Team Retrospectives.Collaborate with the ART during PI Planning, Coach Sync, Inspect and Adapt workshops, and other relevant ceremonies to ensure alignment and collaboration across teams.Coach teams on SAFe principles, practices, and mindset to enhance their understanding and adoption of Agile practices.Identify and remove impediments/blockers that hinder the progress of Agile teams, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery of sprint and program increments.Track and report key Agile metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and team health metrics to provide visibility into team performance and identify areas for improvement.Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within and across Agile teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.Required Skills:Proven experience:3+ Years of experience as a Scrum Master in an Agile environment, preferably in a SAFe environment.3+ Years of experience in a Federal contracting environment, preferably supporting CMS Medicare or Medicaid ProgramsStrong understanding of Agile methodologies and principles, with practical experience in Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or XP.Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Experience with Jira and Confluence.Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor Agile teams towards high performance.Excellent communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, work independently and adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.Desired Skills :Proven experience with:Supporting client stakeholders with varying levels of Agile experienceProficient in MS Power Point, MS Word, and MS ExcelEducation/Certifications:Computer Science degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related majorDesired (pluses):SAFe Scrum Master certificationCandidate must have or be willing to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.COVID Safety RequirementsDCCA is committed to the safety of our workforce and customers, adhering to COVID-19 Safety Protocols as required by the company, our customers and the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force. Some customer facilities require all employees to provide proof of vaccination status as a condition of employment, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Mask wearing and frequent COVID testing/attestation may also be required.DCCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.